Iris Flea Beetle vs White-lined Goliath Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Iris Flea Beetle | White-lined Goliath Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aphthona nonstriata | Goliathus orientalis |
| Order | Coleoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Chrysomelidae | Scarabaeidae |
| Size | 2-3 mm | 50-100 mm |
| Habitat | Wetlands | Forests |
| Diet | Root Feeders | Sap Feeders |
| Regions | Europe | Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Iris Flea Beetle
A small blue-green flea beetle associated with yellow iris in wetland habitats. Larvae feed on iris roots underwater. A specialized member of the wetland beetle community.
Did You Know?
Larvae can survive submerged among iris roots, extracting oxygen from the waterlogged plant tissue.
White-lined Goliath Beetle
A striking goliath beetle with bold white longitudinal stripes on a dark background. It inhabits forests of Central and East Africa.
Did You Know?
Males use their cephalic horns to flip rivals off tree branches during territorial disputes.